Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra 5G camera review

[@MrModikoe]

before videos were popular, your website is probably the reason why I know so much about phones. I love that you guys pay particular attention to details about phones that no other reviewer does. You guys might not be as popular on a KZbin platform but website wise your the BEST. Oh we also lost 960 slows, my gawd, all in the name of a 108 pixel sensor??

[@andersonklein3587]

I absolutely love the 108mp sensor. Just hope that next generations allow for 60fps 8k and better focus and variable aperture. I'm sure that, although those photos look good on a 4k monitor, they will definitely look mind blowing once 8k becomes the standard.

[@alireza.asol.x10]

combination of big 1/1.3" sensor and f1.8 aperture means super shallow DOF. it's the reason of AF problems. this phone ( and all other phones with big sensors ) need that dual aperture that samsung discontinued. 48mp 1/1.3" sensor is much better for video recording. in 4k mode it uses 32mp with pixel binning ( 32/4 = 8 ) (66.7% of sensor ) in 8k mode it uses 32mp again, but without pixel binning. (66.7% of sensor ) so fov will be same in 4k and 8k mode. also quality will be higher because of bigger pixels. ( in 8k mode from 0.8 micron to 1.2 micron) that 108mp sensor was not a wise move ! in 4k recording it uses 72mp with pixel binning (72/9=8) (66.7% of sensor) in 8k recording it uses only 32mp without pixel binning ( 29.6% of sensor ) so that cropping happens compared to 4k recording.

[@MrModikoe]

bad move from samsung..thought some of the problems are just software but nope. they removed dual pixel, variable aperture and we don't have autofocus on the ultra wide, I mean wtf?? See I'm die hard fan right but following trends like big pixel instead of refining color tones, dynamic range, nights shots is stupid. Samsung should have just upgraded the zoom lens only the rest focus on software refinement. Now the focus system is bad, sammie keeps err we gonna add software improvements err this and that. No Samsung, stop with your marketing gimmicks and give a great simple camera system. I'm curious with Sony's upcoming flagship with their Alpha tech.

[@SkyeRocket]

Alireza Soleymaniha The shallow depth of field is absolutely beautiful though. I wish more manufacturers would follow suit, I'm sooooo bored of the flat cell phone footage look

[@CallMeRabbitzUSVI]

The autofocus problems isn't because of the big sensor. I have a mi Note 10 (Which has the same 108mp camera sensor) and I just got the Ultra a few days back and the S20 Ultra misses focus considerably more than the mi note 10

[@MrWhosYourDad]

S20/S20+ will give u better results with video because they got Dual Pixel Autofocus. So if someone looking for a better video cam, the regular S20 series will be much better.

[@kasadam85]

Could you explain to me why does the dual auto focus is important for video recording ?

[@MrWhosYourDad]

@@kasadam85 Its hardware based auto focus. Same one used in professional dslr cameras.

[@hello3262]

I need a phone for £100 or less. Any recommendations?

[@MrWhosYourDad]

@@hello3262 Redmi Note 7 Pro

[@MrModikoe]

@@kasadam85 probably the fastest focus system on cameras. It made it's debut on the S7 and it blew the competition away when it comes to focusing speed. In fact it's quite common in professional photography. Glad is still available on their regular S20 otherwise Ultra is a mess when it comes to focusing, refer to Supersaf camera review against the iPhone 11.

[@sausama77]

You should include in your reviews whether the phone is capable of changing lens while recording videos or not

[@zaidq82]

In 1080@30 and 4k@30 you can switch between all the lenses on the s20 ultra. And on 1080@60fps only Uw and the main lens can shoot and can switch between them.

[@aaronadams112]

Killer review. Music too loud. Subbed anyway =] GSMarena is great.

[@majidalichanna2119]

I like Samsung Devices... Best camera setup in S20 Ultra mind blowing device

[@ibreakphotos]

RE: Night hyperlapse. Hyperlapse is defined as a moving time-lapse. Since this mode is obviously just a timelapse feature adjusted to night conditions and does not include movement (in fact, Samsung says "keep the phone steady while recording"), but still uses the term "hyperlapse", I'm wondering if it could be construed as false or deceptive advertising and can Samsung be legally responsible for it?

[@nadzrinpuad1283]

100x zoom nothin much to look at?? My man, that will be heaven for people who work with survey . Esp, when dealing with high temp and pressure vessel testing, we can just sit 40ft away from the gauge and just take picture and send report. 400-1000 bar pressure, nobody wanna go near the pipeline

[@samuelcastauro9643]

With the addition of google camera plugin images would be amazing

[@elchombocustomdioramas2209]

I just purchased this phone, and took a few selfies and videos, but apparently when doing so in flipping camera around (I guess what you call main rear camera), the selfies and videos are backwards. Meaning the letters and numbers are backwards in the video. Is there a fix to that?

[@adamyoutuberski9028]

@GSM Arena, looks like your focus on S20 Ultra has deprived us of getting decent S20/S20+ review. Is there any review comming any time soon?

[@forsurvive6804]

S20 ultra or s21 ultra? For the next year 2023? which model is worth buying and more attention? who owns them, I really need their opinion and especially related to the camera???

[@shawnwilliams7021]

How could you not mention the focus hunting issue? Even Samsung has acknowledged this is a problem and they're currently working on an update.

[@arthurgphotography]

He did, but I'm concerned about that for sure. Not having dual pixel auto focus could be bad.

[@shawnwilliams7021]

@@arthurgphotography That's not exactly coming out and saying it, that's hiding the point behind terminology that not everyone will understand. Focus hunting needed to be said.

[@arthurgphotography]

Sure, if he experienced it. I bet it's more likely in low light. Disappointing their testind didn't uncover it or they released it anyway.

[@shawnwilliams7021]

@@arthurgphotography I'm still having the issue in good lighting. It's very unfortunate for there to be an issue with the feature Samsung has been highlighting so heavily, honestly for the camera to not be on point out of the box is unacceptable. Hey, if they have a fix they're confident will work then I'll sit tight and not complain but there really isn't any word on when and if it will be resolved.

[@arthurgphotography]

Good to know, i won't take the plunge yet.

[@hakimvlogs6579]

My main issue with Samsung camera is the way it softens photos of peoples faces

[@MayNguyen]

And the colors are too cold you look sick in selfies

[@The_NSeven]

Man I'm thinking of buying this phone, but it's such a big purchase for me, and I don't know if I'll use it enough for it to become worth it, but the camera just seems really good for a phone

[@TPTVNKI]

Decent presenter and good presentation.

[@happyzelah9798]

Hi can you make a review sample shots with screen protector for s20 ultra, does it affect the shots. Thank you

[@johnwesleyhuss2327]

Im happy with my s20 ultra camera

[@asl2221]

Did you try taking a picture of close up text with it? Because that turns out terribly despite being such a simple task.

[@drshadabdoi9785]

Same problem with note 20 ultra too

[@shatalizer9458]

We just wanna see Sony Xperia 1 Mark 2 review.

[@leahyoung6069]

Do you know if it has portrait/ Bokeh mode?

[@Ca11MeBucky]

3:59 "Български пощи" Аз си знаех, че сте Българи ..

[@XiWein]

Its affordable of course. Actually Iphone 11 pro max is priced ₱95,000 which is equivalent to $1900 dollars it is so much higher than $1400 128gb S20 ultra.

[@alireza.asol.x10]

i don't know why cropping still happens with EIS. while smartphones can capture a higher res video than target res and crop it. instead of capturing the exact 2k or 4k res and cropping it ( so quality will be decreased.)

[@kiel163]

Very satisfying review

[@PrepositionVerb]

Honest opinion. I am usjng s20 ultra and id say its that as what i thought it is. Phone functions is ok but the camera doesnt even compare to my dslr canon 100d.

[@PkmnGmr1]

Same as on the other review, if you don't know how to change all the settings, don't make a review. 🤦‍♂️

[@rezanarenn]

Good viewer & Good phone 😀

[@johans166]

I really enjoyed my s20 ultra. You really have a good presenter voice.

[@Salah-qu4cs]

No word on the autofocus issues and the softness of the images.

[@drip7103]

Both of these are mentioned in the review

[@vladimirpopovic8136]

I still have Galaxy S7 from 2016, it is still a beast, Samsung is best mobile phones producer

[@ChloeTheNailTechsCoachReed]

So how do I get up close detail shots? I take pictures of nails because I am a nail artist and I'm having big trouble with detail shots

[@drshadabdoi9785]

Buy iphone

[@AXAND3R]

Buy the real Camera

[@jhengnazal]

I lovd samsung the quality brand

[@kidfromashiaargj1955]

i love you na 😘😘😘

[@revv5277]

Simp spotted

[@arunbt2688]

Please make review of sony xperia 1ii

[@deweyoogwey]

It's not out yet. Though that's going to be my new phone. Galaxy Note 8 user still

[@baishya775]

Don't worry it not out yet and when it's released everyone will review thay from mknhd to gsm arena

[@mhz2562]

where to download the sample picture?

[@madhuu777]

My camera is still blurry in 2023😢 Updates have not fixed this issue 😢

[@bobkatabate]

7:41 a wild Rosen appears!

[@4kpoint468]

I'm watching from Pakistan Guy's you are doing good job but You Were Didn't Mention 8K Night Mode Video Quality Results......!!!?????😉

[@tavoflmmkr]

Does anybody know Dynamic Range of the S20 Ultra? I had the Note9 that was 9 stops of DR.

[@GioEsprit25]

Now I am thinking too much if I buy SONY XPERIA 1 II/SONY XPERIA PRO or SAMSUNG GALAXY S20 ULTRA bcoz my current phone is SONY XPERIA XA2 ULTRA but I am interesting to try Samsung galaxy s20 ultra bcoz of 8k video 108 megapixels. I need advice from the expert bcoz I am particularly looking good camera for smartphones this year

[@muhammadrianardianto6520]

Still happy with Note9.....once a flagship, always a flagship

[@salamiboygaming4205]

Can this phone record in 4k 60 wide angle?

[@gui18bif]

I have the s10, gonna skip the s20, i hope the s30 brings major revolutionary features otherwise I might go huawei/sony/oneplus/xiaomi

[@patrickhoffman9191]

Good call. I have the S20 ultra and the camera feels like a downgrade from previous versions. I am majorly disappointed.

[@MayNguyen]

I'm not so happy with the camera quality of s20 ultra. It's too poor for an expensive phone. The older phone models had nicer cameras

[@neishahanson3545]

I just got mine and am so disappointed

[@phillippugh2161]

Been rocking my s20 ultra last 2 days this is the beast mode phone

[@johnwesleyhuss2327]

I've been rocking my s20 ultra at 120hz for about 3 weeks itx a beast

[@mahircelik369]

I like the zoom in this phone. Still the leading one for me. 2022 phones maybe c an beat. Let's see

[@TheChazas]

Find X2 Pro for a camera review.

[@BritishTexan707]

Great review

[@abwahab6014]

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[@6oLsh0i6o0z3]

Is this the best Samsung can offer for $1400? Gimme a break.

[@aleksandonov8413]

Are you based in Sofia?

[@bubbadaluva191]

You know ever since the new phones started coming out my s20 has been messing up, especially the cameras.

[@Mattiagiglio1993]

Why there is no hdr always on but just automatic???

[@wilurbean]

Is that Athens at night??

[@irwan3064]

Samsung is hurting its sales with no 3.5 mm headphone,no IR blaster and high LUFS phone speaker

[@AnshulGuptaAG]

I'm all about that large main sensor. The 8K and 100x zoom are overhyped imo.

[@DeepteshLovesTECH]

8k video looks like real mirrorless camera video, 4k looks like coming out of a mobile. 8k has zero processing and zero sharpening, looks very naturally detailed.

[@zachb1706]

DeepteshLovesTECH 8k looks so shit. Look at Lott’s comparison to an actual 8k camera, it’s 4 x the size but not 4x the detail

[@victuringan1429]

DeepteshLovesTECH its 24fps. Its choppy and stabilization is trash

[@DeepteshLovesTECH]

Zach B no it doesn't look "shit".

[@DeepteshLovesTECH]

Red Hood yea because 24fps is the correct frame rate. Stabilisation doesn't suck, infact it's incredible that it's stabilising 8k at all.

[@MisterDoctorE]

Biggest issue is that not all Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra are born equal.... some parts of the world get them with inferior cpu. So no buy for me.

[@justmyopinions-godbless3570]

Selfish makes noses larger. It seems like it is wider in the center of the photos.

[@talkandplay]

Is the grey colour matte or glossy finish? Black is glossy and fingerprint magnet

[@jasondoc1304]

In India we r still waiting for may month update that will fix the camera issues .its really bad camera

[@borislavkatev9833]

Why you getting Bulgarian photos???

[@jessiebirax9152]

why does everybody get confused. the real optical zoom level is not 4x

[@MrModikoe]

but you not saying what it is..

[@kincade1998]

What is it then? Also link source.

[@jessiebirax9152]

@@kincade1998 it is 4x

[@MrModikoe]

☺☺

[@PowerCamp8123]

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[@mohammadhamadeh5175]

Can the ultra take 108MP Night mode photos ?

[@sondesix_]

Yes

[@sylobloc4774]

Hi I have the phone and the answer is no. You cannot select 108 mp in night mode so it's 12 mp by default

[@stevestrong5075]

@@sylobloc4774 use the flash 📸 that what I did

[@MrModikoe]

this camera system is not a great upgrade. to be honest I'm disappointed. Samsung is falling victim to hypes and gimmicks than actual results. Variable aperture was a great hardware, improve it instead of removing it, dual pixel? Samsung removed the same tech used on dslr systems in the name of higher pixel, now there's numerous complaints about focus hunting. I use 960fp all the time, replacing it with some funny upscaling is not the way. Apart from the zoom lens which to some level is also a gimmick, what am I paying for??

[@dmorgan1198]

My S8 pictures are MUCH better. Sorry i bought it.

[@jesussavesnyc]

i think the iphone 13 has better & clearer videos & pics

[@DarlingtonIyke]

Why note 10 and not S10....the s20 is a progression of the s10 not note 10

[@Xneutrone]

agresive smoothing and posprocesing photo.. detail is blurred.. in xiaomi 10 pro looks better. tjis is 108 megapixels bur really is only 12 mpx -- this is real photo size , sensor ist bigger and pixels is divide to mikro poxels.... and this mikropixels are agresive posptorcesing hdr blurr sharpen colorify and photos look unnatural. this technology in only reason is zoomed picture. Samsung photo look is for free in any photoeditor in google play.

[@darklysm8345]

Shut up you dont even know how to speak english

[@pedromoraes3677]

@@darklysm8345 calm down bro

[@JoshWeaverRC]

I'm not wanting to loose my 960 fps

[@andyi6188]

i dont think s20 ultra worth to buy :D space zoom not really necessary and the price tho..

[@goldenseals]

Give me this phone I will be happy for the rest of my life

[@AzmRehman]

Samsung is fooling people with 100x space zoom

[@lyubome5482]

Are you Bulgarian

[@ccsmallengines]

$1300 for a phone? I'm all set. Can guarantee it'll last as long as my $350 Motorola

[@millmill4993]

Good for you

[@BenBezuidenhout]

You can test my opinion: 4to3 ratio 108mp Samsung S20 Ultra pics look worse than Note 9, 12mp 4to3 ratio. Even when you zoom in at max. I think this is fake hardware. I think this is only software. You do get image resize software and this is what this camera offers. Only software. Not true 108mp hardware.

[@emmanuelsean2269]

Huawei p40 plus 100× Zoom is far better than this.

[@leevonallenjr9762]

This phone don't cover lost in stolen by Samsung I was told I think for any phone that cost almost rent or mortgage it's a shame 😡 if you buy it unlocked you lost I was thinking about going to iPhone

[@mazariego16]

Wtf are you saying 😂😂

[@RissieRei]

Huh?!

[@muhammadali5974]

Go for findx2 pro review plz#gsmarena

[@waltkimbro7194]

Omy camera keeps failling

[@ado1018]

Taking photos with this phone it's like taking photo with a flip phone. Can't believe they released a phone with such a shitty camera

[@jaedfrancisco5957]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@muazsaqib7281]

S20 ultra has 108 mp camera focus issue... the camera won't focus unless shaken hard.. soo bloody sad for a company like Samusung making blunders in their top flagship phones... I have tried alot of solutions but nothing is working... the camera takes blurry photos at 1x till 4x zoom.. don't buy this trash s20 series... i have heard s21 ultra also have the same problem

[@LightSightTCR]

Samsung camera software is terrible.

[@ericlohman1782]

Guys giving a biased review. Whole time this guys having iPhone withdrawals. And his voice is wicked annoying. DONT WASTE YOUR TIME.

[@spamhanter6002]

Чё этот раскосый иноземец, там лопочет? Переведите кто нибудь. Нифига не понятно.

[@neishahanson3545]

S20 ultra picture quality is very poor am so disappointed.

[@kemal3707]

Why are you asking auto focus on ultrawide??????? WTF

[@AliArghavan]

Because you can focus on near objects for a great dramatic shot.

[@birenlimbu4266]

Samsung smartphones continuesly to increasing camera megapicxel,but picture quality and details is very very bad!and waste!😒😒 I think Samsung brand owner is enough to reach😒😒 *Up comming future samsung brand must need improve the camera!!

[@gheneechoo9083]

This is the shittiest camera ever worst phone ever

[@mamsoadd]

👎

[@masskilla469]

YOUR LIKE SUPER SMOOTH DUDE LIKE SO SMOOTH HEH HEH